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Edward Leahy Obituary

Leahy, Edward J.
Edward J. Leahy, age 65 of Bridgeport, passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, September 9, 2014. Friends are invited to attend his funeral on Monday, September 15, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Shaughnessey Banks Funeral Home, 50 Reef Rd. in Fairfield Center. Burial will follow in St. Thomas Cemetery. Friends may greet the family on Sunday, September 14, 2014 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home. To send an online condolence and to view the full obituary, please visit www.shaughnesseybanks.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Sep. 12, 2014.

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September 12, 2014

Maureen and Ade Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother,he was a good person since we all grew up together.May our thoughts and prayers be with you and you familys.Joe Skubas,Florida [email protected]

Lisa (Sollicito) Miller

September 11, 2014

Meg and Brian, I'm so sorry for your loss. I was always fond of your dad - and you both! Wishing you and your family comfort and peace. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Nora Donahue

September 11, 2014

So sorry for everyone's loss..he was always such a nice guy when we were kids!

Julie (Scibek) Labrie

September 11, 2014

I have fond memories of Eddie hanging out at our house with my brothers when we were kids in Fairfield.
I am so sorry for your loss, Eddie left this world way too young!

September 11, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
So sorry for your loss. We love you Meg.
Laura and Dave

Boone Gardner

September 11, 2014

"Eddie" and I grew up together on Parking in Fairfield Center. We had a lot of fun as kids. I will never forget him as a valued part of my past. He was a great person.

Rest in peace Ed.

Nick and Meg Apicello

September 11, 2014

Dad we cant believe your gone. We are going to miss you so much!!!! We love you!!!

Vinny Testani

September 11, 2014

Thinking of you in your time of Grief Megan and Family...May He Rest in Peace

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